Channel Manager

Were searching for an experienced Channel Manager to join our team in Dubai. The right candidate should possess a proven track record of establishing and managing successful channel/partner strategy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing channel partners to expand sales;
  
• Handle Channel Partners and develop strategic relationship;
  
• Strengthen the relationship with the key decision makers of major Channel Partners;
  
• Interact very closely and on a daily basis with the accounts to ensure they are ready and well enabled to promote and sell the company s line of products;
  
• Collect data from the market for the assessment of company market share;
  
• Design and execute jointly developed business plans for identified partner accounts including strategic initiatives training plan marketing plan;
  
• Work collaboratively with Unit Managers PreSales and Product teams to assess client requirements developing a valueadd solution;
  
• Deliver presentation to partners and clients; arrange seminars with relevant prospect partners;
  
• Oversee implementation of targeted programs and marketing campaign;
  
• Ensure that Channels are able to generate business to ensure better Market Coverage and incremental revenue stream;
  
• Build/Maintain adequate pipeline for all handled products;
  
• Develop and deliver accurate sales forecasts in line with business
  

Requirements

Skills and Experience Required:

• University degree in Management Information Systems Telecommunications & Computer Communication or equivalent
  
• Minimum of 35 years experience in IT channel sales and account management
  
• Should have experience handling content management software/solutions in UAE.
  
• Excellent written & verbal communication in English
  
• Highly motivated committed with a genuine desire to succeed in sales
  
• Excellent teamwork skills are a must with proven ability to influence crossfunctional teams
  
• Proven records in achieving & over achieving sales targets
  
• Having relationship and experience in dealing with Channel Partners in the MEA Region
  
• Customer oriented with the ability to listen organize and champion key initiatives for channel development and customer satisfaction
  

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